Cancer Talk Blog

Sock Aids, Putty and Memory Games

In occupational therapy, we look at your ability to do what we call "activities of daily living" — all the things that occupy your day: bathing, dressing, eating.

Monday, March 25, 2019 - 12:00 pm

Cancer Support

News

Roswell Park Becomes First Site in New York Accredited to Provide Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training

Registration is open for Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training Workshops presented by the Department of Health Behavior at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Monday, March 25, 2019 - 08:00 am

Article

When Am I a Cancer Survivor?

Like all the posts I’ve written for the Cancer Talk blog, this post starts with my name, and then three important words: Ovarian Cancer Survivor. What makes me a survivor?

Thursday, March 21, 2019 - 09:32 am

Patient Stories

News

Chief Technology Officer Role Created to Enhance Patient-Centric Tech Solutions at Roswell Park

Paul Visco has been promoted to the role of Chief Technology Officer at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Wednesday, March 20, 2019 - 08:00 am

Article

Spiritual Care for Cancer Patients: Meet the Roswell Park Chaplains

Spiritual care, regardless of your belief system, can be a powerful tool in helping you cope with the disease in a healthy and positive way. Here at Roswell Park, we have four full-time chaplains who provide meaningful support to our patients, their families and our staff.

Tuesday, March 19, 2019 - 09:38 am

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Mantle Cell Lymphoma: Dave's Story

“I’m so grateful to have Roswell Park. It is such a great facility. It’s all about beating the disease there. And for the constant support of Gwen and our family. I don’t know where I’d be without them.”

Monday, March 18, 2019 - 01:08 pm

Patient Stories

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Nutrition Team Guides Patients in Healthy Eating, From Treatment Through Survivorship

Cancer patients have specific nutritional needs. Those needs can differ from person to person, depending on the type of cancer, the type of treatment and other factors. That's why Roswell Park's registered dietitians need specialized knowledge to care for our patients and survivors.

Friday, March 15, 2019 - 08:00 am

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Life & Wellness

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Roswell Park Researchers Take Center Stage at Meeting of Experts on Gynecologic Cancers

Members of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center’s senior leadership team, physician staff and fellows have been invited to present research findings and insights at the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) 50th Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer. SGO is considered the premier specialty society for healthcare professionals focused on comprehensive treatment of gynecological cancers. The meeting runs March 16-19 in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Friday, March 15, 2019 - 08:00 am

Article

Finding Common Ground

I’ve never taken my career choice for granted. I always knew that I wanted to take care of people during times when they couldn’t care for themselves. Seeing how this has manifested in my life has been a true blessing.

Wednesday, March 13, 2019 - 09:49 am

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